Does it matter which underlay I choose for my carpet and timber? Do carpets have to have joins, and will I see them? The answer is yes. Carpet usually comes in a roll 3.66 metres wide, a few come 4 metres wide. Unless your room is narrower than this, there will be a join. However, all joins you will initially see will settle the more you walk on them (do you notice the joins in your existing carpet?). And they may be more noticeable in loop pile carpets. Our staff are able to show you where joins are likely to be in your carpet and discuss possible options. From the time I select my new flooring, how long will it take for the job to start? How long does it take for carpet and/or hard flooring to be installed? Do I have to take-up my existing flooring and move the furniture? I am painting my walls as well, Should this be done before or after my new flooring is installed? What is shading? Will I see foot marks on my carpet?